Description

Enjoy a slice of The BEST Pumpkin Pie, made from scratch with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a buttery crust. This dessert is simple to prepare and incredibly delicious, making it ideal for gatherings or a comforting family meal.

Ingredients

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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 ounces Crisco
1/8 cup cold water
15 ounces pumpkin puree
12 ounces evaporated milk
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1½ teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 large eggs

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and Crisco using your fingers until it resembles coarse meal.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the cold water. Bring the flour mixture into the center and gently mix until all the flour is moistened, being careful not to overmix.
Shape the dough into a flat disc, wrap it in plastic, and let it rest in the cooler for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
After resting, remove from the plastic and roll out on a lightly floured surface until it's about 1/4" thick, ensuring it's large enough to hang over the pie plate by about 1/2".
Transfer the dough to a 9" pie plate, trimming the excess dough to leave a 1/2" overhang. Tuck the dough under to smooth the edges and crimp for decoration.

Notes

Ensure the butter or shortening is very cold to achieve a flaky crust.
You can add a sprinkle of nutmeg or allspice for extra warmth in flavor.
Always let the pie cool completely before slicing for the cleanest cuts.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 250
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg